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The Bridge

TV·2013–2014·2 seasons, 26 episodes·FX·Drama, Crime, Thriller·1h·7.5·Created by Meredith Stiehm, Elwood Reid

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When the body of a cartel member is found on US soil, Sonya Cross from El Paso PD and her Mexican counterpart, Marco Ruiz must work together to solve the case.

A present-day crime thriller exploring the tensions on the US-Mexico border. When an American judge known for her anti-immigration views is found dead on the bridge connecting El Paso and Juarez, Sonya Cross from El Paso PD must work with her Mexican counterpart from Chihuahua State Police, Marco Ruiz, to catch a serial killer operating on both sides of the border. Marco understands the slippery politics of Mexican law enforcement, and while his police force slowly succumbs to the pressures and demands of the cartel, he's one of the last good men in the department. He's charming but will do whatever it takes to get what he needs -- which doesn't sit well with Sonya, who has Asperger's and strictly follows rules and protocol. The case quickly pulls them into a string of murders on the border, a scene already consumed by illegal immigration, drug trafficking, violence, and prostitution.

Highest-rated episodes all ranked

  1. 01The Bridge S01E11Take the Ride, Pay the TollS01E11 · 7.5Showdown on the bridge as the Killer reveals his endgame.
  2. 02The Bridge S01E10Old FriendsS01E10 · 7.3Sonya and Marco close in on the Killer. Charlotte takes drastic measures to protect her ranch. Frye learns that demons from his past aren't done with him yet.
  3. 03The Bridge S01E07DestinoS01E07 · 7.2The EPPD corners their prime suspect. Charlotte questions Ray's true intentions. Linder crosses the border and takes on his most difficult case yet.

Cast

Diane KrugerDiane KrugerDetective Sonya CrossDemián BichirDemián BichirDetective Marco RuizTed LevineTed LevineLieutenant Hank WadeMatthew LillardMatthew LillardDaniel FryeEmily RiosEmily RiosAdriana MendezAnnabeth GishAnnabeth GishCharlotte MillwrightThomas M. WrightThomas M. WrightSteven Linder

Episodes by season

Season01Best seasonEpisode ratings across the season — the gold bar is its best episode13Episodes2013Aired 7.0Season avg
  1. S01E01The Bridge S01E01PilotJuly 10, 2013 6.8When a body is found on the bridge connecting El Paso and Juarez, two detectives, one from the United States and one from Mexico, must work
  2. S01E02The Bridge S01E02CalacaJuly 17, 2013 6.9Marco and Sonya investigate the body from the bridge. Frye learns that the Killer isn't done with him. Charlotte makes an unwelcome discover
  3. S01E03The Bridge S01E03RioJuly 24, 2013 6.8Sonya and Marco race to track down a prime suspect who could lead them to the lone desert survivor. Charlotte confronts an unexpected visito
  4. S01E04The Bridge S01E04Maria of the DesertJuly 31, 2013 7.1The clock ticks as Maria's broadcast continues. Sonya searches for the girl's location. Against protocol, Marco works a unique ransom angle.
  5. S01E05The Bridge S01E05The BeastAugust 7, 2013 6.8Sonya and Marco suspect a cover-up. Charlotte goes to Marco for advice. A troubled girl seeks adventure in Juarez. A visitor stops by Linder
  6. S01E06The Bridge S01E06IDAugust 14, 2013 6.9Sonya bonds with a key witness from the case. Marco uncovers Sonya and Hank's past. Charlotte calls on an old friend for help.
  7. S01E07The Bridge S01E07DestinoAugust 21, 2013 7.2The EPPD corners their prime suspect. Charlotte questions Ray's true intentions. Linder crosses the border and takes on his most difficult c
  8. S01E08The Bridge S01E08VendettaAugust 28, 2013 7.0Sonya pursues a cold lead despite Marco's insistence that it's a dead end. Charlotte finds out that Ray has jeopardized her ranch.
  9. S01E09The Bridge S01E09The BeetleSeptember 4, 2013 7.2Marco reconnects with a friend from his past and races to save his family. Charlotte responds to her biggest threat. Linder reveals his true
  10. S01E10The Bridge S01E10Old FriendsSeptember 11, 2013 7.3Sonya and Marco close in on the Killer. Charlotte takes drastic measures to protect her ranch. Frye learns that demons from his past aren't
  11. S01E11The Bridge S01E11Season's bestTake the Ride, Pay the TollSeptember 18, 2013 7.5Showdown on the bridge as the Killer reveals his endgame.
  12. S01E12The Bridge S01E12All About EvaSeptember 25, 2013 6.6Sonya uses Linder's latest problem to repair her relationship with Marco. Charlotte forms an unlikely alliance.
  13. S01E13The Bridge S01E13The Crazy PlaceOctober 2, 2013 6.4Sonya and Marco search for a missing girl. Charlotte meets someone who knows too much about her new business venture. Marco makes a decision

Season 1 ranked & reviewed

Season02Episode ratings across the season — the gold bar is its best episode13Episodes2014Aired 6.4Season avg
  1. S02E01The Bridge S02E01YankeeJuly 9, 2014 6.1Sonya meets a man connected to her past as Marco discovers he is no longer safe in his own department. Frye & Adriana investigate the or
  2. S02E02The Bridge S02E02Ghost of a FleaJuly 16, 2014 6.4A bizarre killing attracts attention on both sides of the border. Frye & Adriana find more than they bargained for with their first lead
  3. S02E03The Bridge S02E03SorrowswornJuly 23, 2014 6.3Sonya & Marco make an unsettling discovery as they continue to track Eleanor. Charlotte's business takes a hit. Eva & Linder are reu
  4. S02E04The Bridge S02E04The AcornJuly 30, 2014 6.5Marco gains a new ally while discovering the true extent of Fausto's reach. A disruption at a local bank provides new intel to our Detective
  5. S02E05The Bridge S02E05Eye of the DeepAugust 6, 2014 6.8Sonya & Hank discover the depth of the crimes against Eva. Marco confronts an old nemesis. Frye receives a proposition from the DEA. Fau
  6. S02E06The Bridge S02E06Season's bestHarvest of SoulsAugust 13, 2014 6.9Eva's case hits a wall, putting Marco and Sonya in the crosshairs. Jack Dobbs digs up his past. Frye makes a career move. Eva takes matters
  7. S02E07The Bridge S02E07LamiaAugust 20, 2014 6.7Sonya uncovers the truth behind Lisa's death. Marco lies on the record. Frye & Adriana make a discovery that has their loved ones in dan
  8. S02E08The Bridge S02E08GoliathAugust 27, 2014 6.3Sonya visits a stranger from her past while Marco's tainted history is unearthed. Frye takes a step too far. Eleanor's loyalties are tested.
  9. S02E09The Bridge S02E09RakshasaSeptember 3, 2014 6.9Sonya finds herself in the crosshairs as Marco races against the clock. Fausto discovers betrayal within his organization. An unexpected ren
  10. S02E10The Bridge S02E10EidolonSeptember 10, 2014 6.6Sonya & Marco sift through the fallout. Hank harbors a valuable bargaining chip. Frye & Adriana dig into CIA dirt. Fausto makes an i
  11. S02E11The Bridge S02E11BeholderSeptember 17, 2014 5.9Marco hits a crossroads in his relationship with Fausto while Sonya squares off with Eleanor. Linder & Eva discuss their future. Frye &a
  12. S02E12The Bridge S02E12QuetzalcoatlSeptember 24, 2014 6.3Marco becomes Fausto's ticket to freedom. Sonya attempts to interpret Eleanor's ledger. Frye & Adriana aid the EPPD investigation.
  13. S02E13The Bridge S02E13JubilexOctober 1, 2014 5.4Marco's loyalty is put to the ultimate test while Sonya attempts to tie up loose ends. Eleanor yearns for closure. Frye & Adriana land a

Season 2 ranked & reviewed

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